Course introduction: This course will give you expert knowledge in a specialist area of the science of sport performance. It will develop applied techniques which will help you pursue a career in sport science support, academic research, teaching or other science based professions. The applied focus of this course is supported by contemporary, well-equipped and supported laboratory facilities. The course content is aligned to the requirements of supervised experience (SE) with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
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Edinburgh
(Midlothian/Edinburghshire)
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Craiglockhart Campus, EH14 1DJ
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On request
About this course
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above, or equivalent. We look for candidates to have a background in Sport Science, Sport and Exercise Science, Coaching Science and Physiotherapy in order to be eligible for this programme.
We may also consider backgrounds in Physiology, Psychology, Physical Education, Sport Science, Sport & Exercise Science if the candidate can demonstrate a background in coaching/performance. We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the...
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Course programme
Traditionally sport science has been based on three foundational scientific disciplines - physiology, biomechanics and psychology. You’ll either study two disciplines in breadth or a single discipline in depth with a negotiated independent study. This course provides a contemporary, interdisciplinary and applied approach to the science of sport performance enhancement. You'll have the opportunity to advance your knowledge and understanding of scientific principles in this context. You'll learn how to apply theoretical concepts and to develop practical professional skills for situations that sports scientists encounter on a daily basis. You’ll also study research methods and data analysis and will work on an interdisciplinary team providing support services for an athlete client, which will expose you to a range of practical and ethical issues associated with support work. You’ll be able employ advanced investigative, analytical and practical techniques in your field and increase your employability in an academic or applied setting. You’ll also develop as a reflective practitioner, taking responsibility for your own learning and on-going professional development. This is a one year full-time course and is split up into three trimesters. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and through independent study. There may also be some opportunities to study abroad. Subjects include PgCert scientific methods biomechanics and performance enhancement psychological interventions for sport performance enhancement applied physiology and sport performance independent study module PgDip sport science support of performance athletes contemporary issues in sport performance Independent study module MSc independent research project
Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.
Additional information
Sport science support is a growing field. Many professional sporting bodies now employ sport scientists in a performance support role and this course is ideal if you have an interest in this area. The alignment of course content to the requirements of supervised experience (SE) with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) will help you achieve accreditation if SE is continued after graduation. The emphasis on research skills also equips you to continue on to possible PhD study and a research or teaching career.
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